No fatalities

29 Jan 2011: MOONEY M20R NO SERIES — Cypress, TX

Cypress, TX, United States

On 29 Jan 2011, a MOONEY M20R NO SERIES was involved in an aviation accident near Cypress, TX. No fatalities were reported. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: The student pilot’s delayed decision to execute a go-around. This summary draws on records from NTSB; 12 related events involving the same aircraft type or operator are linked below.

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A student pilot reported touching down too long and fast, initiated a go-around, but the aircraft struck trees at the airport boundary, lost directional control, and crashed into a residential backyard with a post-impact fire.

Accident Overview

A student pilot conducting a landing reported that the aircraft was too fast and touched down too long on the runway. Recognizing that the airplane would not be able to stop in the remaining distance, the pilot applied full power to initiate a go-around.

Sequence of Events

The airplane became airborne at the end of the runway with an airspeed of approximately 55 knots. Shortly after becoming airborne, the aircraft's wing struck trees located at the airport boundary. Following the impact, directional control was lost.

Post-Impact Details

The airplane continued for about 300 feet to the left of the runway centerline, impacting terrain and other obstructions before coming to rest in the back yard of a residence. A post-impact fire occurred immediately. The student pilot was able to exit the airplane without assistance.

Investigation Information

No further details from the official source are available regarding the aircraft type, registration, engine configuration, exact location, date, or number of occupants. The source does not specify injuries, fatalities, or weather conditions. The probable cause of the accident has not been stated in the provided source.

Contributing factors

Student pilot